- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/21/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Bergen County Board of Commissioners meeting served as an occasion to honor several community heroes while grappling with the pressing issues of economic inflation and fiscal responsibility.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/14/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The decision not to renew Superintendent Dr. Bender’s contract sparked heated debate. Supporters praised her openness, caring nature, and curriculum expertise, while criticizing the board’s disregard for community sentiment. One participant stated, “By not reflecting the wishes of the people that elected you…you’ve created a great deal of skepticism and mistrust.” Other participants echoed similar sentiments, underlining the risk that the board’s actions might instigate.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/13/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bergen Community College Board of Trustees recently held a poignant session, where they unveiled a comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion plan while paying tribute to a founding faculty member who recently passed away, Professor Morrow Marzaco.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/13/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a series of significant decisions, the Little Ferry Board of Education has displayed its commitment to diverse and inclusive education, while simultaneously making the prudent decision to delay the demolition of Washington School, pending further review of bids.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/7/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: As the Bergen County Board of Commissioners convened recently, one issue emerged as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the community: a burgeoning food security crisis. In their deliberations, the commissioners expressed deep concern over the escalating situation, the numbers of food-insecure individuals surpassing even those recorded during the pandemic peak.